Macadamia Nut Crust for Fish Mahi Mahi Salmon Swordfish Orange Roughy
Elevate your seafood game with this irresistible macadamia nut crust recipe, perfect for Mahi Mahi, Salmon, Swordfish, or Orange Roughy. Combining the buttery crunch of macadamia nuts with crispy panko breadcrumbs, savory Parmesan cheese, and fragrant parsley, this recipe delivers a gourmet touch that's surprisingly easy to prepare. The golden-baked crust, infused with garlic powder and a hint of black pepper, adds a rich, nutty flavor that complements tender fillets perfectly. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish is a showstopper for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve your macadamia-crusted fish with fresh salads, roasted vegetables, or fluffy rice for a complete, restaurant-quality meal you can enjoy at home.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup macadamia nuts
- 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 pieces fish fillets (Mahi Mahi, Salmon, Swordfish, or Orange Roughy)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for greasing)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking sheet with olive oil or line it with parchment paper.
Place the macadamia nuts in a food processor and pulse until coarsely ground. Avoid over-processing to prevent a paste-like consistency.
In a medium bowl, mix the ground macadamia nuts, panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, melted butter, parsley, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until evenly combined.
Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels and lightly season with salt and pepper on both sides.
Place the fillets on the prepared baking sheet and evenly press the macadamia nut mixture onto the top of each piece, forming a crust.
Bake the fish in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the fish flakes easily with a fork. Cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the fillets.
Remove from the oven and let rest for 2–3 minutes before serving.
Serve the macadamia-crusted fish with a side of vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
811 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 61.8 g | 79% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.6 g | 88% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 139 mg | 46% | |
| Sodium | 800 mg | 35% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.4 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.2 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.5 g | ||
| Protein | 47.4 g | 95% | |
| Vitamin D | 19.4 mcg | 97% | |
| Calcium | 238 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 823 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
